Senior Principal Project Chief Engineer - AISD Non-Safety Routers (ONSITE)

RTX (Raytheon); Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Three weeks vacation

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Job summary

RTX is seeking a Project Chief Engineer for AISD Non-Safety Routers to lead the engineering execution of a critical program, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with goals. You will collaborate with program management, manufacturing, and regulatory agencies to deliver high‑quality solutions meeting cost and schedule targets.

This onsite role can be based in Burnsville, MN or Cedar Rapids, IA. A STEM bachelor’s degree with 10+ years or an advanced degree with 7+ years is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 10+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with 7+ years.
• Experience with project development in systems, software, or hardware engineering disciplines.
• Experience interfacing with manufacturing teams.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary engineering leader responsible for RLPM development activities.
• Act as the primary technical interface to manufacturing teams, program managers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure engineering accountability for meeting technical requirements and program scope, including cost and schedule commitments.
• Oversee and ensure adherence to engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise between Value Stream Leaders (VSL) and engineering Project Engineers (PEs) and Leads.
• Maintain Earned Value, financial management, and schedule maintenance for all related engineering activities.
• Manage risks and opportunities associated with engineering activities.

Skills

Project management

Systems engineering

Manufacturing interface

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Advanced degree (related field)

Job description

Date Posted: 2026-10-02

Country: United States of America

Location: US-MN-BURNSVILLE-WEST ~ 14300 Judicial Rd ~ WEST BLDG

Position Role Type: Onsite

U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: The company will offer immigration sponsorship for this position, if needed. The company will not seek an export authorization for this role.

Security Clearance Type: None/Not Required

Security Clearance Status: Not Required

Are you ready to explore the world of aerospace and defense? Do you want to learn from and collaborate with some of the greatest minds in the industry? At RTX, our internships, co-ops and full-time careers provide an exceptional foundation to work on complex problems, advance your skills and create a safer, more connected world. Discover opportunities to make a difference at RTX.

At RTX, the world's largest aerospace and defense company, 185,000 great minds are united by purpose and inspired to make a difference solving the world's most complex problems. With our three market leading businesses, world-class operations and investments in research and development, we offer capabilities and opportunity no one else can. Together, we push the boundaries of known science and find new ways to connect and protect our world.

Collins Aerospace is a leader in technologically advanced, intelligent solutions that help redefine the aerospace and defense industry. With a comprehensive portfolio and deep technical expertise, we help customers meet the demands of the global market. Join us and help shape the future of aerospace and defense.

As the Project Chief Engineer for AISD Non-Safety Routers, you will lead the engineering execution of a critical program, ensuring technical excellence and alignment with program goals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including program management, manufacturing, and regulatory agencies, to deliver high-quality solutions that meet technical, cost, and schedule requirements. Your role will directly impact the success of the program and future manufacturing capabilities.

This is an onsite role that can be based in either Burnsville, Minnesota OR Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

What You Will Do:

• Serve as the primary engineering leader responsible for RLPM development activities.
• Act as the primary technical interface to manufacturing teams, program managers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Ensure engineering accountability for meeting technical requirements and program scope, including cost and schedule commitments.
• Oversee and ensure adherence to engineering processes throughout the project lifecycle.
• Liaise between Value Stream Leaders (VSL) and engineering Project Engineers (PEs) and Leads.
• Maintain Earned Value, financial management, and schedule maintenance for all related engineering activities.
• Manage risks and opportunities associated with engineering activities.
• Conduct Gate Reviews and define and drive the implementation of technical solutions.
• Support customer interactions and ensure alignment with regulatory and manufacturing requirements.
• Lead and support additional program activities as needed.

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience OR an Advanced degree in a related field and a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with project development in systems, software, or hardware engineering disciplines.
• Experience managing projects, including planning and tracking project status, creating and managing schedules, cost plans, and reporting to leadership.
• Experience interfacing with manufacturing teams.

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Knowledge of RLPM processes and practices.
• Aerospace industry experience is highly preferred
• Awareness of DO-254, DO-178C, and ARP4754A product and process development standards.
• Previous experience leading engineering teams.
• Ability to work effectively across organizational boundaries.

What we offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds and separate employer retirement contribution, including a Lifetime Income Strategy option
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages you can buy pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Carrot Health to hormonal health, fertility, and family building
• Adoption Assistance
• Autism Benefit
• Employee Assistance Plan, including up to 10 free counseling sessions
• Healthy You Incentives, wellness rewards program
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits
• Bright Horizons, child and elder care services
• Teladoc Medical Experts, second opinion program
• And more!